Conference Proceedings
                    - METAL 2024
METAL - International Conference on Metallurgy and Materials

Conference Proceedings - METAL 2024

33rd International Conference on Metallurgy and Materials
May 22 - 24, 2024 / Orea Congress Hotel Brno, Czech Republic, EU
www.metalconference.eu
ISSN: 2694-9296
ISBN: 978-80-88365-21-1

The 33rd International Conference on Metallurgy and Materials METAL 2024 was held in Brno on 22-24 May 2024. 82 lectures and 71 posters were prepared for almost 180 participants from 28 countries.

The conference was opened by Professor Peter Jurči from Slovak University of Technology, Faculty of Materials and Technology in Trnava with a lecture High-alloyed Ledeburitic Cold Work Tool Steels.

The second plenary lecture was delivered online by Professor Pavel Novák from the University of Chemistry and Technology in Prague. He devoted his lecture to the history, present and future of the use of intermetallic materials.

However, the thematic scope of the conference lectures was traditionally much broader. Researchers presented innovations not only in the fields of production of iron, steel, cast iron, non-ferrous metals and alloys, metal forming and surface engineering, but also in the economics and management of metallurgical production.

The prize for the best poster went to Timon SCHILD from the European Space Resources Innovation Centre (Luxembourg).

The next 34th METAL conference will take place again in May 2025.

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OLARU Paul SCO-Expert Luzern, Switzerland
Abstract: The metallurgical aspects typical of this process, the high freezing rate provides an extremely refined solidification microstructure characterized by dendritic ramifications, improves segregation and increases the mechanical properties of metal. The aim of this work is develops the, CastMag Oscillation (CMO) technology.By multiphysics approach which combined fluid dynamics, heat transfer, process metallurgy, solidification, it is possible now to define new innovative processes with the integration of new design of Double-Helix CMO system. [..] Read more
BAJŽELJ Anže Institute of Metals and Technology, Ljubljana, Slovenia, EU, anze.bajzelj@imt.si, jaka.burja@imt.si
Co-authors: BURJA Jaka
Abstract: <div>Stainless steel production typically follows the duplex process, beginning with the electric arc furnace (EAF) and proceeding to the vacuum oxygen decarburizer (VOD) or argon oxygen decarburizer (AOD). The EAF's role is to melt the charge and heat it up for further processing, reducing tap-to-tap times through partial oxidation. [..] Read more
LANZERSTORFER Christof University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria, Wels, Austria, EU, c.lanzerstorfer@fh-wels.at
Abstract: <div>In the iron and steel industry large amounts of fine granular bulk material like iron ore fines, fluxes, foundry sands or residues from off-gas dedusting have to be handled. In storage, conveying and handling of such materials wall friction between the particles and the wall material is an important parameter. [..] Read more
BABANEJAD Safoura Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resource Engineering, Process Metallurgy, Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering, Luleå University of Technology, 971 87 Luleå, Sweden, safbab@ltu.se
Co-authors: AHMED Hesham ANDERSSON Charlotte
Abstract: <div>Today, Li-ion batteries (LIBs) play a vital role in reducing the consumption of fossil fuels. With the increasing production of LIBs, it is crucial to consider their recycling after reaching their end-of-life. [..] Read more
MANTELLI Anna University of Brescia, Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Brescia, Italy, EU, a.mantelli004@unibs.it
Co-authors: VISCARDI Cristian ROBERTI Roberto POLA Annalisa GELFI Marcello SVANERA Massimo FERREIRA Fábio
Abstract: <div>Nowadays, steelmaking companies use numerical simulations as an advanced tool to optimize process parameters, reduce defects, and enhance product quality, aligning with the rising market demand for high-quality steel ingots. For more accurate simulations, it is essential to set the correct material properties, process parameters (such as flow rate and temperatures), heat transfer coefficient, as well as the suitable geometry and corresponding discretization. [..] Read more
KOVÁŘ Ladislav VŠB-Technical University of Ostrava, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ostrava-Poruba, Czech
Co-authors: PRAVDA Štěpán NOVÁKOVÁ Eliška KURAČ Daniel
Abstract: <div>The processing of scrap metal as charge in steel furnaces is a relatively broad area, where many different processes and technologies are applied. One of these technologies is waste metal briquetting technology. [..] Read more
PODOLSKA-LOSKA Angelika AMP – ArcelorMittal Poland, Dąbrowa Górnicza, Poland, EU, angelika.podolska-loska@arcelormittal.com
Co-authors: FALKUS Jan
Abstract: <div>The aim of the research in the hot metal desulfurization process is to create a mathematical model that will include both kinetic and thermodynamic aspects of the process. This is intended to increase the accuracy of predicting and obtaining the level of sulfur content in the hot metal, as well as to optimize process costs. [..] Read more
RIGO David VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, david.rigo@vsb.cz
Co-authors: VELIČKA Marek MACHŮ Mario
Abstract: <div>The submitted contribution is focused on the mathematical determination of temperature and thermal parameters depending on the heat removal from solidifying steel in the mould, respectively in the primary zone during continuous casting of steel. The main task of primary cooling is primarily the heat dissipation from solidifying steel, therefore the knowledge of temperature fields in the billet and mould is important. [..] Read more
RŮŽIČKA Jan VSB - Technical University of Ostrava, Ostrava, Czech Republic, EU, ruz0048@vsb.cz
Co-authors: VELIČKA Marek MACHŮ Mario RŮŽIČKA Jana RIGO David
Abstract: <div>This paper is focused on the thermal properties of historical La Tène furnaces for the processing of iron ore. The technology itself has been used since 450 BC. [..] Read more
KOZA Kamil Institute of Technology and Business in České Budějovice, České Budějovice, Czech Republic, EU, kamil.koza@vste.cz, gryc@vste.cz, socha@vste.cz, svizelova@vste.cz, pinta@vste.cz
Co-authors: GRYC Karel SOCHA Ladislav KUBEŠ Roman SOCHACKÝ Václav TROBL Jaromír SVIŽELOVÁ Jana PINTA Martin
Abstract: The research deals with the evaluation of internal quality of zinc castings in terms of porosity. The castings were produced by high-pressure die casting from ZP0410 alloy, which is an alloy of zinc with addition of aluminium and copper. [..] Read more
BEHRENS Bernd-Arno Institute of Forming Technology and Machines, Leibniz University Hannover, An der Universität 2, 30823 Garbsen, Germany, behrens@ifum.uni-hannover.de, uhe@ifum.uni-hannover.de, wester@ifum.uni-hannover.de, mohnfeld@ifum.uni-hannover.de
Co-authors: UHE Johanna WESTER Hendrik MOHNFELD Norman
Abstract: In numerical process design, the heat transfer coefficient (HTC) is used to calculate the intensity of heat transfer at an interface, for example between dies and workpiece. In most finite element calculations for bulk metal forging, a constant HTC is currently assumed, as there is no complete understanding of the relationship between the heat transfer coefficient and its influencing variables (e.g. [..] Read more
HNIZDIL Milan Heat transfer and fluid flow laboratory, Brno University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical engineering, Brno, Czech Republic, EU, Milan.hnizdil@vut.cz, Martin.Chabicovsky@vut.cz, Ondrej.Resl@vut.cz
Co-authors: CHABICOVSKY Martin RESL Ondrej
Abstract: <div>The paper is focused on experimental research with the goal of enhancing cold mill capability by improving the currently used coolant setting (various types of emulsions) and cooling configuration (type of nozzle, nozzle position, distance and inclination angle of headers with respect to the roll).The experimental research was divided into two phases. The initial phase examined the impact of various emulsion types on cooling intensity. [..] Read more
WOJTASZEK Marek AGH University of Krakow, Faculty of Metals Engineering and Industrial Computer Science, Krakow, Poland, EU, wojtaszek@agh.edu.pl, lisiecki@agh.edu.pl, kzygula@agh.edu.pl, cichocki@agh.edu.pl , skoniecz@agh.edu.pl
Co-authors: KORPAŁA Grzegorz JABŁOŃSKA Magdalena Barbara LISIECKI Łukasz ZYGUŁA Krystian CICHOCKI Kamil SKONIECZNA Wiktoria PUŁAWSKI Michał PRAHL Urlich
Abstract: <div>Designing processes for producing responsible structural elements from steel in the hot forging process requires knowledge of the relationship between the process parameters, the microstructure that is formed under the assumed deformation conditions as well as the quality and properties of the forgings. The analysis of the microstructure after deformation allows the identification of phenomena occurring during hot processing, such as work hardening, recovery and recrystallization. [..] Read more
KOYAŞ Barış Evinoks Servis Ekipmanlari San. ve Tic. A.S. Bursa, Turkey, bkoyas@evinoks.com
Co-authors: ŞERIFAĞAOĞLU Emre REIS Murat
Abstract: <div>This study focuses on the experimental evaluation of the effect of angular positioning errors on the quality of micro laser spot welding in stainless (inox) kitchen and hotel equipment applications. Obtaining the correct welding parameters to join thin stainless materials without causing visible defects is an extremely delicate process. [..] Read more
GÖRTAN Mehmet Okan Hacettepe University, Mechanical Engineering Department, Ankara, Turkey, okangortan@hacettepe.edu.tr, gizem.ay12@hacettepe.edu.tr
Co-authors: AY Gizem ÇAĞIRANKAYA Fatih
Abstract: <div>Over the past twenty years, there has been a rising interest in heat-treatable 6xxx series aluminum alloys, primarily due to their impressive strength-to-weight ratio, excellent formability, and outstanding corrosion resistance characteristics [1]. In conventional manufacturing processes, those alloys are solution heat treated and artificially aged following a hot forging process [2]. [..] Read more
HAWRYLUK Marek Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Wroclaw, Poland, EU marek.hawryluk@pwr.edu.pl, jan.marzec@pwr.edu.pl, lukasz.dudkiewicz@pwr.edu.pl
Co-authors: MARZEC Jan MADEJ Łukasz PERZYŃSKI Konrad DUDKIEWICZ Łukasz
Abstract: <div>The article concerns preliminary research involving the development of a flow model for a material consisting of a mixture of clay (70 %), quartz sand (10 %) and ceramic flour (20 %) in an upsetting test in order to determine the course of plasticizing stress as a function of actual strain. This material constitutes the mass for the production of ceramic roof tiles and, at the beginning of the process, it is pressed through forming tools, then cut to the appropriate size, stamped and dried. [..] Read more
HYRCZA-MICHALSKA Monika Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Materials Engineering, Department of Materials Technology, Katowice, Poland, EU, monika.hyrcza-michalska@polsl.pl
Co-authors: ŁOŚ Jarosław OLSZEWSKI Arkadiusz
Abstract: <div>Due to the need to increase the efficiency and quality of production, expand the range of products manufactured and optimize the use of personnel, a project entitled: "Development of an integrated production system for the production of elements of reinforcement of modular structures of halls using modern construction materials at Adamietz Ltd. in Strzelce Opolskie” was undertaken. [..] Read more
RADEV Rossen University of Ruse, Ruse, Bulgaria, EU, rradev@uni-ruse.bg, dgospodinov@uni-ruse.bg, mdilieva@uni-ruse.bg , nferdinandov@uni-ruse.bg
Co-authors: GOSPODINOV Danail ILIEVA Mariana FERDINANDOV Nikolay
Abstract: <div>Forging is currently one of the most economical processes for the manufacture of parts for industry. Product quality and production costs are very significant factors for manufacturers today and determines their competitiveness. [..] Read more
ARLAZAROV Artem ArcelorMittal Maizieres Research and Development, Maizières-lès-Metz Cédex, France, EU, artem.arlazarov@arcelormittal.com, frederic.kegel@arcelormittal.com, nicolas.kennel@arcelormittal.com
Co-authors: KEGEL Frederic KENNEL Nicolas
Abstract: The effect of holding temperature on the microstructure and mechanical properties evolution of double annealed medium Mn steels with two different C level was studied. Samples were annealed at various intercritical temperatures using gradient batch annealing furnace after preliminary austenitization and quench. [..] Read more
KOSTKA Michał Silesian University of Technology, Gliwice, Poland, EU, michal.kostka@polsl.pl
Co-authors: JASIAK Katarzyna KONOFOL Mikołaj WESOŁOWSKI Mateusz BEDNARCZYK Iwona TKOCZ Marek GRONOSTAJSKI Zbigniew JABŁOŃSKA Magdalena B.
Abstract: The work concerns the analysis of the effect of deformation under static and dynamic conditions of high-manganese X42 steel with the SFE value of 24 mJ/m2 on energy absorption capacity and microstructure. X42 steel is graded as a steel that strengthens by mechanical twinning (TWIP effect). [..] Read more
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